"Known throughout the world for delivering non-stop thrills
and entertainment, Six Flags Over Georgia exemplifies the Six Flags world-wide
brand," noted Gary Story, president of Six Flags, Inc. "The unveiling
of SUPERMAN -- ULTIMATE FLIGHT kicks-off the park's 35th season,
completing the collection of ride experiences and truly transforming Six Flags
Over Georgia into the SUPER PARK of the South."
The addition of SUPERMAN -- ULTIMATE FLIGHT follows an
already unprecedented 2001 season when Six Flags unveiled not one, but two
200-foot tall thrill rides, literally towering over suburban Atlanta. SUPERMAN
-- ULTIMATE FLIGHT'S strong stature and phenomenal airborne experience
promises mere mortals the opportunity to soar like super heroes and fly freely
like never before.
"The name SUPERMAN evokes images of wildly thrilling
entertainment and excitement of heroic size," said vice president and
general manager John Odum. "SUPERMAN -- ULTIMATE FLIGHT combines the
world's best high tech ride elements with an exclusive high-flying twist making
it the most unique roller coaster to hit this region."
The SUPERMAN -- ULTIMATE FLIGHT adventure begins as
passengers board the sleek, 28-seat train sitting four abreast. As the train
exits the station, passengers tilt face-first into flying position, suspended
from the track above. The anticipation builds as passengers, secured by
specially designed over-the-shoulder harnesses and lap bars, climb the 115-foot
lift hill with nothing but a bird's eye view below. Upon take-off, the ride
enters a series of sharp dives, high-banked curves and spirals uniquely designed
to enhance the flying experience.
The signature feature of SUPERMAN -- ULTIMATE FLIGHT
comes as riders sail through the first-ever, 78-foot, pretzel-shaped inverted
loop, climbing to the top of the large looping figure and diving into a curve
which brings them amazingly close to the ground, amplifying the sensational
feelings of flying.
Rounding out the flight is a surprising 360 degree in-line
roll just before the train enters the station, turning average thrill-seekers
into high-flying super heroes. "SUPERMAN ULTIMATE FLIGHT'S
innovative design system and state-of-the-art technology make it a "must
ride" for every theme park enthusiast," added Odum.
SUPERMAN -- ULTIAMTE FLIGHT'S remarkable flight pattern
covers more than 2759-feet of tortuously twisted steel track reaching speeds of
60 mph. As passengers take flight in the space-age train, the track above is
virtually invisible creating an intense sensation that makes the nearly three
minute ride seem much, much faster.
"Our guests expect the best in thrills and entertainment.
Following the 2001 success of two colossal-size rides like Deja Vu and
Acrophobia, SUPERMAN -- ULTIMATE FLIGHT is the perfect compliment to the
park's super-size coaster collection," added Odum. "SUPERMAN-ULTIMATE
FLIGHT stamps Six Flags Over Georgia's place on the map as the thrill ride
capital of the South."
The addition of SUPERMAN -- ULTIMATE FLIGHT brings Six
Flags Over Georgia's roller coaster tally to an outstanding nine - - offering
guests a plethora of intense roller coaster experiences, now including the
ability to FLY!!
Six Flags Over Georgia opened its gates in May of 1967 as the
world's second regional theme park, following the grand opening success of Six
Flags Over Texas in 1961. The brainchild of Texas oilman, Angus Wynne, Jr., Six
Flags was a huge triumph pioneering such innovations as one-price tickets,
Broadway-style live productions and world-class rides like the first triple
looping roller coaster, the Mind Bender.
To celebrate a season filled with thrills, fun and excitement,
Six Flags Over Georgia is stacking up festivities for the whole family to enjoy
like nightly celebrations, electrifying LIVE shows, commemorative collectibles
and the opening of SUPERMAN - ULTIMATE FLIGHT, the most unique ride in
the park's 35-year history.
Six Flags Over Georgia is owned by Six Flags, Inc., the
world's largest regional theme park company. The company owns and operates 39
parks throughout North America, Latin America and Europe. Six Flags theme parks
serve 40 of the 50 largest metropolitan areas in the United States. The parks
annually host more than 50 million guests worldwide. A publicly held
corporation, Six Flags, Inc. maintains corporate offices in New York City and
Oklahoma City. The company's stock trades on the NYSE under the symbol: (NYSE:PKS
- news).
SIXFLAGS and all related indicia are trademarks of Six Flags
Theme Parks Inc. (R), TM & (C) 2002.
SUPERMAN and all related characters and elements are
trademarks of and (C) of DC Comics.
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